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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Molecular Biology.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chromosomes became shorter and thicker during the first stage of what?
(a) Metaphase.
(b) Mitosis.
(c) Division prophase.
(d) Meiosis.

2. What characteristically induces many chromosome breaks?
(a) X Rays.
(b) Sonic booms.
(c) Nuclear power.
(d) Nuclear division.

3. Ribosomes are the what of protein synthesis?
(a) Garbage cans.
(b) Wheels.
(c) Factories.
(d) Workmen.

4. In what month did a letter arrive from Barbara's old friend, George Beadle, suggesting she come to Stanford for a visit?
(a) July.
(b) October.
(c) January.
(d) March.

5. In Chapter 1, it is mentioned that immune systems were studied in what animal?
(a) Dogs.
(b) Rabbits.
(c) Mice.
(d) Rats.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cornell geneticists study instead of fruit flies?

2. What date was Barbara McClintock born?

3. Who wrote A Short History of Genetics?

4. Who was considered to be the severest critic in the field of genetics during Barbara's time in the field?

5. Who said, "She is sore at the world because of her conviction that she would have a much freer scientific opportunity if she were a man"?

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